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231 West 74 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01166-0014Map

Owner of record: 231 West 74th Street Corp

231 West 74 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1886 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 11 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 231 West 74th Street Corp. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 40 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
18
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
10

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 45

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls ceiling,(bsmt apt) in the kitchen located at apt bb, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt BB

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling,(bsmt apt) in the kitchen located at apt bb, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt BB

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling,(bsmt apt.) in the bathroom located at apt base, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt BASE

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling (bsmt apt) in the bathroom located at apt base, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2014 · Apt BASE

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • A

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the lobby at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 3, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts requiered. at front areaway

    Jul 29, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of door at center 2 sty public hall partially sealed with 2 gauge metal properly seal or remove.

    Apr 23, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system cellar door locked at 1st sty public hall.

    Nov 10, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1st sty public hall near mailboxes and at door to boiler room.

    Nov 10, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 1st sty east apt 3 kitchen. located at apt 3

    Nov 10, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling at 1 sty vestibule.

    Jul 9, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective door saddle at street entrance door to 1 sty vestibule marble.

    Jul 9, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-19.07 adm code provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following night inspection fixture present lights not on.

    Mar 16, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Jan 20, 1982

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 2 sty rear east unit 6 kitchen.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet flushometer 2 sty rear east unit 6 bathroom.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors 2 sty rear east apt unit 6.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings 2 sty rear east unit 6 throughout.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective glass 2 sty rear east unit 6 rear room west window top sash.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall 2 sty rear east unit 6 bathroom under wash basin and behind bathtub.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 2 sty rear east unit 6 kitchen.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective radiator air valve 2 sty rear east unit 6 rear room.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-16.01 adm code repair leaky water closet flush pipe connection 2 sty rear east unit 6 bathroom.

    Dec 3, 1981

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.07 adm code maintain on the premises a copy of the sprinkler tes t for the current year.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective clg 5 sty pub hall .

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all stys pub hall.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fissured exterior wall cellar to roof at front.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-21.07 adm code seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department cellar

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-11.03 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the floor and stair pub hall .

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-21.07 adm code provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective and or painted sprinkler head all stys pub hall.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof thru out.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wall and clg 1 & 2 sty pub hall and vestibule.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bed springs and ladders stored 3rd sty public hall scuttle recess.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors at or near stair public hall on wall all stys.

    Aug 29, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor

    Aug 22, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose metal straps to leaders at front of bldg.

    Aug 22, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code make safe by properly repairing the structural defect vertical cracks & sagging walls front of building all stys.

    Jun 13, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls ceilings 2 sty rear east apt 6 entire apt.

    May 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls ceilings 2 sty rear east apt 6 entire apt.

    May 19, 1975

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 3 sty front east apt 15 front room. , section '' ''

    Jan 15, 1973 · Apt 15

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 18

  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. observed at exp#1 (s.elev) deteriorating facade with conditions of severity such as:loose/rusted metal cornice/flashing;open/missing mortar joints b/w bricks & stones; damaged window framing missing/broken window & damage roof shingles & loose/hanging ceiling @3fl.remedy: fix and/or replace

    Sep 26, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.deteriorating facade at exp#1(south elev.)with conditions of severity.loose/rusted metal cornice.open/missing mortar joints b/w stones/brick damaged wind window framing;missing/broken window,damaged roof shingles;also loose hanging ceiling at 3rd flr.remedy:fix and/or replace

    May 1, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work order due to unsafe conditions observed as follows: damaged/missing mortar joints;missing windows; damaged/cornice and spalled stone work. remedy:immediately repair all defective conditions under direct supervision of licensed professional

    Jan 3, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.observed dama damaged/missing mortar joints,& cracked missing windows on exposure#1 remedy:repair or replace

    Sep 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.observed step cracking missing/damaged mortar joints and broken/missing windows at exposure#1.remedy:repair and/or replace

    May 31, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building exterior walls in a code compliant manner observed broken/cracked stones/bricks,cracked windows and damaged mort mortar joints as well as deterioriated cornice on all exposure#1 south elevation. remedy:repair or replace defective conditions

    Feb 14, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed damaged missing mortar joints;missing windoes;damaged cornice &spalled stone work.remedy:repair and/or replace

    Jan 3, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm bldg in a code compliant manner. observed broken/cracked stone/ bricks, cracked window and damaged mortar joints. remedy: repair or replace defective conditions

    Nov 16, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm building in a code compliant manner. observed broken windows cracked bricks, stone and dsmamged mortar joints at multiple locatioms also observed defected sidewalk shed at the exp1, building observed in disrepair. remedy: repair and/or replace. repair defected condition

    Jun 2, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. bldg in a state of disrepair. broken windows cracked mortar joint and bricks. side walkshe on place. remedy: repair and/or repplace. repair defected condition

    Oct 27, 2021

    Dob violation - active
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  • Construction other optional

    Ftm exterior building facade and appurtenaces. at time of inspection observed a 3 stroy bldg with moderate defects consisting of missing window panels, damage sills, damage lintels. crack mortar joints and bricks. the property is in a state of disrepair. remedy: maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. repair defected conditions

    May 6, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant mannor. building is in a state of disrepair. broken windows, damaged roof, cracked mortar joints and bricks. remedy:comply with code, make repairs to facade

    Mar 14, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, i observed a sidewalk shed installed at exposure 1 with an active permit. the respondent failed to provide a sidewalk shed parapet information panel as required by bc 3301.9.2

    May 9, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. observed damaged/deteriorated mudsills. remedy: comply to code specifications

    Nov 16, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification. observed damaged/deteriorated mud sills. remedy: comply to code specifications

    Nov 16, 2022 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Partial swo issued for supported scaffold pursuant 28-207.2 &posted onpremises.work doesn't conform to approved plans.noted:@time of inspection single frame supported scaffold 6 frames high that distalled on to

    Jun 2, 2016 · Penalty $530

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3307.6.5.3 failure to maintain sidewlak shed in order.noted:@time of inspection sidewalk shed missing 6 ft extension on the right hand side.1 vertical post for sidewlak shed is out of plumb.rem:maintain sidewla

    Jun 2, 2016 · Penalty $830

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3307.6.5 failure to maintain sidewalk shed as required by code. note: at time of inspeciton sidewalk shed erected under job #121146811 along exp#1 is poorly maintained in that broken & deteriorated wood

    Jan 2, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Temporary construction equipment on site expired permit.noted:at time of inspection there is a sidewalk shed on exp#2 (west 74 st) with expired permit.permit expires on 6/2/15.rmdy: renew permit.

    Jun 11, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob.noted:respondent failed to correct the violating conditions & file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov#34851742x.rem:c

    Mar 30, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. respondent failed tocorrect conditions in #34851742x. failure to maintain in code-compliant manner. remedy: comply w/code.

    Jan 10, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. note: respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior n.o.v. 34851742x for failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.

    Oct 19, 2010 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. noted: the following conditions. front entrance steps to building 231 w 74th street are leaning westward & have visible signs of structural instability.

    Jun 2, 2010 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 10, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 10, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 2, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 2, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 2, 2015 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 12, 2014 · Apt BASE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 21, 2014 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 21, 2014 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 2, 2003 · Apt 5

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C5)
Year built
1886
Floors
3
Residential units
11
Building area
3,120 ft²
Lot area
2,043 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1166 / 14
Assessed value
$176,400
Landmark / historic district
West End-Collegiate Historic District Extension

HPD registration #115036, last renewed Sep 25, 2025.

Questions about 231 West 74 Street

Who owns 231 West 74 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 231 West 74th Street Corp.

Does 231 West 74 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 231 West 74 Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 231 West 74 Street built?

City records list 1886 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 231 West 74 Street?

It has 11 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.